GoddessBanashankariTemple
in Bangalore is
located at the S.Kariappa road. One of the unique features of the temple is
that pujas are conducted here during Rahu Kala also and it is considered highly
meritorious. Devotees believe that their wishes will come true if they perform
Aarti with lemon (nimbe hannina arati) Goddess Banashankari during Rahu Kala
(on Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays) for 16 weeks.

The murti of the Goddess Banashankari worshipped in the
temple is seated on a lion. The goddess possessing eight arms poses a calm
look. She is seen situated in a forest (bana), surrounded by lions; and hence
the name Banashankari.

The goddess is seen killing the demons Shambhu and Nishambu
under her feet. On either side are women at her service.

The utsavamurthy (procession idol) of Banashankari, Sri
Shakambari, Ganapathi and Parvatha Mallikarjuna Swamy are also installed as
family gods.

A tortoise has been installed opposite to and facing the
goddess. The tortoise is one of the vehicles of the goddess.

The murti of the goddess also features Sri Lakshmi and Sri
Saraswathi.

There are also subsidiary shrine of Goddess
Durgaparameshwari and Goddess Chowdeshwari in the temple.

The temple is located in southern part of Bangalore, which is at a
distance of about 12km from Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic). Banashankari
BMTC Main Bus Stand is located at a walkable distance from the temple.